As a Cadillac dealer, we spend a lot of time talking with guests about what gives the Escalade IQ its presence on the road. One of the biggest factors is weight. The Escalade IQ rides on GM’s Ultium EV platform with a massive battery, three rows of seating, and serious towing capability, so it is naturally one of the heaviest SUVs you can buy. Below, we walk through the weight specs for every model year of the Escalade IQ currently available and explain what that means for your everyday driving and towing.
2026 & 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Weight Overview
Right now, the Escalade IQ has two model years on sale: 2025 and 2026. Both use the same Ultium platform, 205 kWh battery pack, dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain, and nearly identical dimensions, so weight figures are effectively the same between the two model years. Cadillac’s own spec pages confirm identical overall length, wheelbase, width, and height for 2025 and 2026 Escalade IQ models.
Engineering and spec databases that track EVs globally list the Escalade IQ with:
- Base curb weight: about 4,103 kg, or 9,046 pounds
- Maximum total vehicle weight (GVWR equivalent): about 4,717 kg, or 10,399 pounds
- Maximum payload (including driver and passengers): about 614 kg, or 1,354 pounds
Independent testing lines up with those engineering numbers and helps explain real-world variations. Several instrumented road tests of early Escalade IQs have recorded curb weights around 9,120 to 9,134 pounds on heavily optioned, top-trim vehicles.
From our point of view at Turan-Foley Cadillac, the way to think about it is simple:
- Plan on roughly 9,050 pounds for a “base” Escalade IQ.
- Expect up to about 9,100-plus pounds on highly optioned models with larger wheels and luxury packages.
Because Cadillac has not changed the battery pack, basic chassis, or overall dimensions from 2025 to 2026, those weight figures apply across both current model years.
2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ Weight Details
For the 2026 model year, Cadillac’s official online specs focus on dimensions, range, and charging rather than publishing curb weight. The factory data confirms that the 2026 Escalade IQ keeps the same footprint as the launch-year model:
- Length: 224.3 inches
- Wheelbase: 136.2 inches
- Width with mirrors: 94.1 inches
- Height: 76.1 inches
Automotive outlets that have driven pre-production or early-production 2026 Escalade IQs reference a curb weight figure of about 9,120 pounds, consistent with the 2025 testing and with the base 9,046-pound engineering number once you add options and test equipment.
In practice, that means:
- A 2026 Escalade IQ you see in our showroom here is going to weigh within the same narrow band as a comparable 2025 model.
- Different trims, wheel and tire combinations, and option packages can move the final curb weight slightly, but you are always in the “over four tons” category.
When we help you pick a 2026 Escalade IQ, we use that expected weight range to talk through towing, garage fitment, and how the vehicle will feel on the roads where you drive every day.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Weight Details
The 2025 Escalade IQ is the launch model year, and it is also the one that has been instrumented and weighed most extensively. That gives us a very clear picture of where the weight sits.
Several technical and industry sources quote an official base curb weight of 9,046 pounds for the 2025 Escalade IQ, a figure that corresponds to the 4,103 kg engineering spec.
From there, real-world road tests stack on top:
- One major test recorded a curb weight of 9,120 pounds for a well-equipped Escalade IQ, paired with a 205 kWh battery pack and an estimated 380 miles of real-world highway range.
- Another outlet measured a slightly heavier example at 9,134 pounds, noting that it was the heaviest passenger vehicle they had tested up to that point.
This is exactly what we see when we look at hardware on the vehicle:
- The 205 kWh battery pack is massive, and it sits low in the chassis.
- The Escalade IQ carries three rows of seating, extensive luxury equipment, and standard all-wheel drive.
So, whether you are comparing a 2025 Escalade IQ Luxury 1 or a top Sport trim with Executive Second Row Seating, our team will assume a curb weight around 9,050 to 9,100-plus pounds and then look at the specific build you are ordering to fine-tune towing and payload expectations.
How Escalade IQ Weight Impacts Range, Towing, and Everyday Use
When a vehicle weighs more than four tons, the numbers are impressive, but what really matters is how that weight works for you. At Turan-Foley Cadillac, this is usually where the conversation goes next.
- Range and efficiency: Cadillac estimates up to around 460 miles of driving range on a full charge for the Escalade IQ, thanks to that 205 kWh battery pack. Independent testing has seen about 380 miles in highway conditions, which is still a strong result for a vehicle of this size and weight.
- Towing capacity: Despite its curb weight, the Escalade IQ is rated to tow up to about 8,000 pounds, similar to many full-size gasoline SUVs.
- Payload and passengers: With a maximum total vehicle weight just over 10,399 pounds and payload capacity around 1,354 pounds, you can comfortably carry passengers, luggage, and gear within the limits Cadillac sets for the vehicle.
On the road, the weight also contributes to the Escalade IQ’s planted feel. Reviewers consistently point out that the ride quality is plush, especially for second-row passengers, even while they note that the vehicle’s sheer mass can make it feel less agile than lighter EVs in quick transitions.
When you work with our sales and product specialists, we use those weight and range realities to:
- Help you plan realistic trip distances between charges.
- Match wheel and tire choices to the kind of driving you actually do.
- Discuss how towing a boat, enclosed trailer, or camper will affect range and performance.
Is The Escalade IQ’s Weight A Concern For Daily Driving?
For many of our guests, the Escalade IQ’s size and weight are part of the appeal. You are buying a full-size luxury SUV with serious presence, and the Ultium platform helps manage that mass in smart ways. The battery’s low placement keeps the center of gravity down, four-wheel steering helps maneuver in tight parking lots, and the torque of the dual motors gets the vehicle moving with authority despite the weight.
The tradeoff is that:
- Braking distances are longer than in lighter EVs.
- Quick changes of direction will feel more deliberate.
- Towing or carrying full passenger loads should always be done with the weight numbers in mind.
We walk through those realities with our Escalade IQ shoppers so you can decide how well the vehicle fits your lifestyle, from highway trips to tight parking garages.
Which Escalade IQ Model Year Should You Choose?
Because the 2025 and 2026 Escalade IQ share the same basic platform, weight does not really separate the model years. The decision usually comes down to:
- Option availability and package changes for 2026.
- Production timing and allocation – if you want the earliest possible delivery, there may be a slight advantage to taking a 2025 build that is already scheduled.
- Any small feature updates that Cadillac rolls into the newer model year while leaving the core hardware, battery, and chassis unchanged.
From a weight perspective, both years live in the same 9,050 to 9,100-plus pound band, and both carry the same towing and payload fundamentals.
Conclusion: Talk Escalade IQ Specs With Turan-Foley Cadillac
The Escalade IQ is one of the heaviest SUVs on the market today, with a base curb weight around 9,046 pounds and real-world tested examples in the low 9,100s. That applies across both current model years – 2025 and 2026 – since Cadillac has kept the platform, battery, and dimensions consistent.
At Turan-Foley Cadillac, we treat those numbers as more than trivia. We use them to help you understand how the Escalade IQ will tow, how far it will realistically travel on a charge, and how it will feel on your daily routes. If you are comparing the Escalade IQ to other large luxury SUVs or trying to decide between model years, our team is here to walk you through the specs and set up a drive so you can feel the difference for yourself.
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